WestFax has officially opened its second location, located in Colorado Springs! Be sure to stop by to check out the great beers and awesome space!

We caught up with Anthony Martuscello, founder of WestFax, to talk through the recent developments, including expansion into the Colorado Springs community. Anthony and his wife, Jackie Martuscello, are co-owners of WestFax and are excited for what’s on the horizon for the growing company.

Aspirations for Brewing… and Colorado

People find the craft beer scene in all sorts of unique ways, and Anthony’s story is no different. “While living in Scranton [Pennsylvania] my friends and I would go to a restaurant named Cooper’s Seafood,” he said. “They had an expansive draft and bottle list as well as a passport program. We were all determined to get our names on the wall. To do so, we had to drink 250 unique beers. That forced me to try all sorts of beers from the US and around the world. Shortly after that I discovered a local homebrew shop and started making my own.”

After visiting friends who living in Colorado, New York natives Anthony and Jackie fell in love with the area. They found jobs and moved across the country to Denver.

With a focus on IPAs, both hazy and clear, and modern and traditional Lagers, WestFax Brewing Company originally opened in Lakewood, Colorado (For a trip down memory lane, check out our brewery preview article from 2016.) The COVID pandemic brought challenges, of course, but it also encouraged WestFax to expand its distribution activity to still get the tasty brews into the hands (and mouths) of its customers.

Anthony had been looking for a way to expand the WestFax footprint, originally looking for a second location in the South Metro area of Denver. One sleepless night, he came across a location in Colorado Springs. This location, originally to be the home of a second WeldWerks location, was on the market. It was a great location with a west-facing patio, ideal for their namesake. After touring the space, Anthony saw the huge potential of the space and finished construction to make it a true WestFax home. The spot is nestled in the foothills of the mountains with a vibrant patio area and spacious rooftop seating, perfect for enjoying a beer or two.

Exciting Opportunities

Anthony is excited to bring WestFax brews closer than ever to the Colorado Springs community, including visitors to nearby trails, hikes and other attractions. WestFax engages patrons with their brand and the beer produced, and a new community will only spark new creativity. In fact, the Springs inspired a new brew releasing this weekend — Hop Garden, a double dry-hopped IPA.

Additionally, before opening their doors, WestFax Springs had already collaborated with fellow Springs brewery Urban Animal in the creation of the I-25 Fling, a Cold IPA released in April this year. While the WestFax Springs team is still getting settled, Anthony has begun to think of other new opportunities this location will bring. Stay tuned as those ideas become realities.

Let’s Go to WestFax Springs!

WestFax Springs taps sixteen delicious beer, offering patrons those tasty IPAs, Lagers and a few other styles. For those not imbibing, kombucha, soda and juice boxes are also available. WestFax Springs also offers beer to go! Grab a favorite 4-pack or create your own for $20.

Located at 3043 W Pikes Peak Ave. in Colorado Springs, WestFax Springs is open regularly Monday-Thursday 3-10 p.m., Friday & Saturday noon-11 p.m. and Sunday noon-9 p.m. Food trucks will be on-site six days per week, and patrons are welcome to bring food. Parking is available in a small lot in front of the building, parallel along the streets and in an additional lot owned by WestFax at 3025 W. Pikes Peak Ave.

Grand Opening – Saturday, July 20

Be sure to check out the Grand Opening party is this Saturday, July 20 from noon to 11 p.m.!

The first 50 visitors will receive a free WestFax Springs Bodega Tumbler with the purchase of a full pour. The famous Slim Chickens food truck will be on-site from 2-9 p.m. Denver band Cottonwood Drifters will perform from 2-6 p.m.

Celebratory beer releases include:

• Hop Garden, a DDH IPA
• Cowboys vs. Hipsters IPA
• French Toast Beta Wave Russian Imperial Stout (draft only)

For more information, be sure to follow WestFax Springs on Facebook and Instagram!

All photos by Brea Reimer-Baum.

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